What area code is 806?
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806 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 806
Lubbock / Amarillo5 communities on record for 806.
Where 806 sits on the map
No overlayCoverage area
About the 806 region
806 covers Lubbock / Amarillo in Texas, including Canadian, Canyon and Dalhart. The code has been in service since 1957.
806 currently has no overlay, so its territory keeps a single, unshared code.
Created from parts of 817 and 915.
Who called me from 806?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 806 does not prove the caller is really in the 806 region or even in the United States.
- Avoid calling back unknown one-ring numbers — some premium-rate scams rely on curiosity callbacks.
- Never share verification codes, payment details, or remote access during an unsolicited call, even if the caller claims to be your bank or a government agency.
- When a 806 call pressures you to act immediately, hang up and contact the organization directly through its official number.
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Frequently asked questions
FAQWhat area code is 806?+–
806 is a telephone area code serving Lubbock / Amarillo in Texas, United States, in service since 1957.
Where is area code 806 located?+–
It covers Armstrong County, Bailey County, Borden County and other counties, including Canadian, Canyon and Dalhart in Texas.
What cities are in area code 806?+–
Major communities on record include Canadian, Canyon and Dalhart. The code's territory spans the Lubbock / Amarillo region of Texas.
What time zone is 806?+–
806 observes Central (CT), which is UTC−6 / −5 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 806 start?+–
806 entered service in 1957. Its history: created from parts of 817 and 915.
Is 806 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 806 included — caller ID is easy to spoof, so the code alone does not tell you who is really calling. Check the community reports on this page before calling back an unknown 806 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 806 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 806 number regardless of where you physically live.